The Pokémon move Water Sport is a Non-Damaging Water-type move that primarily focuses on altering the effects of Fire-type moves during battle and enhancing performance in Pokémon Contests.
Primary Battle Effect
When used in a Pokémon battle, Water Sport acts as a defensive maneuver, significantly weakening the offensive power of Fire-type attacks.
- Fire-Type Move Reduction: It reduces the base power of all Fire-type moves by 50% for all Pokémon on the battlefield, including both allies and opponents.
- Duration: This effect persists until the Pokémon that used Water Sport switches out of battle. This means that as long as the user remains on the field, all Fire-type moves used by any Pokémon will deal half their usual damage.
Practical Application in Battle:
This move is particularly useful for teams vulnerable to Fire-type attacks or when facing a powerful Fire-type opponent. By halving their damage output, Water Sport can give your Pokémon a crucial advantage, allowing them to withstand attacks and set up their own strategies more effectively.
Pokémon Contest Functionality
Beyond its battle utility, Water Sport also plays a strategic role in Pokémon Contests, specifically in creating powerful move combinations.
- Combination Starter: Water Sport can be used as the first move in a Pokémon Contest combination. This sets up subsequent moves for bonus appeal.
- Appeal Boosters: If the moves Mud Sport, Refresh, or Water Gun are used in the turn immediately following Water Sport, they will score double the normal appeal.
Contest Strategy:
This feature makes Water Sport a valuable asset for Trainers aiming for high scores in Contests. By carefully planning the sequence of moves, players can maximize their appeal and impress the judges, leading to a higher chance of winning.
Summary of Effects:
| Feature | Battle Effect | Contest Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Role | Weakens Fire-type attacks | Boosts appeal for specific combination moves |
| Impact | Reduces Fire-type move base power by 50% for all | Enables Mud Sport, Refresh, and Water Gun to score double appeal when used next turn |
| Duration/Use | Lasts until user switches out | Acts as the first move in a combination |
Water Sport, therefore, serves a dual purpose: a strategic defensive buffer in battles and a combination enabler in Contests, showcasing its versatility within the world of Pokémon.
